I had some people help me carry some furniture for my place, and I feel like I should give them something of my appreciation. What kind of things should I give? Provide as many items you think is appropriate!! (like $5 under)... Also... what do you think of coffee?
Thanks!
2006-08-17 19:58:00 · 22 answers · asked by jessp 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
Usually a gesture, like taking them to lunch or dinner is more appropriate rather than buying a gift (so there is one less thing to move when you help them!).
2006-08-17 20:03:41 · answer #1 · answered by sillymeowtart 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
while they are moving provide them with lots to drink. at least water, but lemonade is a nice touch. most people will appreciate a coffee too. after they are done you should provide them with beer, and more than $5 dollars worth or they will think you're a cheapie. buying them a case of beer is still less expensive than hiring moving guys.
2006-08-18 03:07:04 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know what under $5 can buy since I don't live in the US but if they are many you can invite them for a brunch or something on Sunday. They might appreciate it.
2006-08-18 03:53:33 · answer #3 · answered by Alito 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have them over for pizza and beer, always works when I've moved.
It's not expensive (when you figure out the actual cost per person, anyway), and it's a good bonding experience. Soda could be subsituted for beer, too.
2006-08-18 03:05:31 · answer #4 · answered by PearLover 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on what they would like, a home-cooked meal, bake a cake, babysit for them, a six-pack or bottle of wine? Use a skill or talent you have. If these people are all friends, invite them over for a little party.
2006-08-18 03:07:21 · answer #5 · answered by terri m 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Throw a "thank you" party! Really. That's what my friends and I do when we move.
We give each other little 'thank you' parties. Pizza and beer, a massage gift certificate, potted plants or flowers, gas gift card...just a few ideas.
2006-08-18 03:05:23 · answer #6 · answered by DEATH 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When I move and my friends help, I order a few pizza's and buy a couple cases of beer. It works, no is ever busy when I move, so I must do something right.
2006-08-18 03:04:18 · answer #7 · answered by Injun 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If they like coffee, why not a gift certificate for Starbucks? If you can afford a little more, then maybe a gift certificate to a small bistro or restaurant. That's what I did.
2006-08-18 03:03:54 · answer #8 · answered by I love my husband 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wasn't their help worth more than $5.00? Have them over for beer and pizza. Or coffee and doughnets.
2006-08-18 09:21:29 · answer #9 · answered by sheeny 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I always have them over for dinner and a movie once things are all settled down. No one has ever complained with that and a simple thank you.
2006-08-18 03:06:18 · answer #10 · answered by sunspot_whispers 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋